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Low calorie, source of vitamin C, high water content
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Boiled Charleston pepper (45 g) has 10 calories. That works out to 22 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.2 g of carbs, 0.4 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 26.1 mg of Vitamin C covers 29% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 45 g
10
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
2.2g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 78% · Protein 14% · Fat 8%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 10 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.35 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 45 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 6 kcal |
| ½ cup (chopped) | 60 g | 13 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 70 g | 15 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 80 g | 18 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 90 g | 20 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 120 g | 26 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 33 kcal |
Calculated from 22 calories per 100 g.
Charleston peppers are usually mild, though some can have noticeable heat. The seeds and pale inner ribs may taste hotter, so taste a small piece before cooking if you want to gauge the particular pepper.
A Charleston pepper has a fresh, vegetal flavor and is often mild, with some peppers bringing more heat. Boiling softens its texture and rounds out its flavor, so it tastes less crisp than when raw.
To boil Charleston peppers, rinse them, trim the stems if desired, and cook them in boiling water until tender. Check them as they soften, then drain promptly so they do not become mushy.
No, Charleston peppers and banana peppers are different types of pepper, even though both can be elongated and mild. Their flavor and heat can vary, so they are not guaranteed to taste alike in a recipe.
Boiled Charleston peppers work well chopped into soups, stews, egg dishes, or a warm vegetable side. Drain them thoroughly first; their soft texture is also useful for blending into sauces or spreads.
No, removing the seeds is optional; they soften during boiling and can be eaten. For a milder result or a smoother texture, halve the peppers and scrape out the seeds and inner ribs before cooking.
Boiling can soften the pepper’s sharp, fresh heat, but it does not reliably remove all the capsaicin. If you want a milder boiled Charleston pepper, remove its seeds and inner ribs before cooking.
Yes, the skin of boiled Charleston pepper is edible and usually softens during cooking. Peeling is unnecessary, but if you dislike the texture, let the pepper cool and slip the skin off by hand.
Cool boiled Charleston peppers and refrigerate them in a covered container rather than leaving them at room temperature. Discard them if they develop an off smell, mold, or a slimy texture.
Yes, you can freeze boiled Charleston peppers, although thawing makes them softer and wetter. Drain them well and freeze in a sealed portion; use the thawed peppers in cooked dishes, soups, or sauces.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
26.1mg · 29% DV
B6
0.09mg · 5% DV
Vitamin K
2.93µg · 2% DV
B5
0.08mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
79mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.05mg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
9mg · 1% DV
Sodium
1.35mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 10 calories in 1 piece (medium) (45 g):
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Boiled Charleston pepper is a long, usually green pepper commonly used in Turkish cooking, cooked in water until tender. Its heat can vary from mild to moderately hot, so the flavour is not always the same from one pepper to the next.
It works well as a simple vegetable side or sliced into a salad, served warm or chilled. In Turkey, it can be dressed with olive oil and lemon or paired with yoghurt and grilled dishes; elsewhere, it also fits easily alongside grains, beans or roasted vegetables. It is high in water and low in calories, with 22 calories per 100 g, and contributes fibre. Keep the dressing light if you want the pepper’s fresh flavour to stand out.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.03g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.